Newcastle United moved up to fourth in the Premier League table with a 4-1 victory against Manchester United at St James’ Park. And it was also the first time Newcastle have recorded a league double over the Red Devils in 95 years.
Newcastle were without their head coach Eddie Howe after he was taken to hospital on Friday evening. Jason Tindall and Graeme Jones took charge of the team and named an unchanged starting XI from the 3-0 win at Leicester City on Monday night.
Joelinton had an early goal ruled out for offside but the Magpies still went on to open the scoring when Sandro Tonali volleyed home in the 24th minute. Alexander Isak controlled a pass from Kieran Trippier before flicking the ball over the Man United defence and Tonali was there to finish.
The Magpies threatened to extend their lead but the Red Devils levelled in the 37th minute when Diogo Dalot drove forward to find Alejandro Garanacho, who slotted the ball into the bottom left corner.
Newcastle regained the lead just after half-time when Tino Livramento’s cross was cut back by Jacob Murphy, leaving Barnes with a simple finish from close range. It was the 27-year-old’s second goal in as many games after scoring against his former club Leicester.
Barnes made it 3-1 on the hour-mark when he pounced on a slip by Noussair Mazraoui to drive forward and fire the ball above goalkeeper Altay Bayindir. Bruno Guimaraes then added another, capitalising on another mistake in the Man United backline.
Our writer Jordan Cronin was at St James’ Park - and here are his Newcastle United player ratings:
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1. NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - APRIL 13: Sandro Tonali of Newcastle United celebrates scoring his team's first goal with teammates Bruno Guimaraes, Harvey Barnes and Alexander Isak during the Premier League match between Newcastle United FC and Manchester United FC at St James' Park on April 13, 2025 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)
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2. Nick Pope - 7
Big hand to deny Joshua Zirkzee in the 12th minute but couldn’t keep out Alejandro Garnacho’s effort. Managed to tip the winger’s next effort around the post. | AFP via Getty Images
3. Kieran Trippier - 8
Man marked Bruno Fernandes and carried out his task well. His set piece delivery wasn’t up to the usual high standard. | AFP via Getty Images
4. Fabian Schar - 7
Had a shaky start to the second-half but largely steady. Stood up well to Joshua Zirkzee and then Rasmus Hojlund. | AFP via Getty Images